Ludhiana, December 01, 2014 (Neel Kamal Sonu): Akshit Chandel student of class XII Non-Medical of Spring Dale Sr. Sec. Public School has been selected to play National Level Taekwondo Championship to be held in Bengaluru. He won a Gold Medal in 45-48 category weight in the Junior Punjab State Taekwondo Championship organized by Taekwondo Federation of India at Guru Nanak Stadium and qualified for Nationals. The competition was a tough fight and Akshit won laurels to the State, City and his School by winning Gold. Asian Games 2014 Taekwondo Player Shiv Kumar awarded trophy to Akshit.

The Managing Director of the School Avinash Kaur Walia was elated with the winning news and congratulated Akshit for this achievement. She motivated other students also to take inspiration from him and make sports a necessary part of their daily routine as a healthy mind resides in a healthy body.

After 14 weeks, thirteen concerts and tens and hundreds of songs, the time has finally come for India to choose India's first Raw Star. Rituraj Mohanty has now been chosen by millions of voters across India to bag the title of India’s Raw Star. The winner takes home a Maruti Susuzki Swift, a contract with Star Plus and a huge sum on fifty lakhs. The other artists who were in the fight for this title were Darshan Raval from Ahmedabad and Mohit Gaur from Jaipur.

“It is very difficult for me to sink in the feeling that I have won this show. Firstly I would like to thank Yo Yo Honey Singh and Star Plus for getting me on the show and for giving me such a huge platform to perform on. Himesh Reshammiya has been such a great mentor and a huge support. I would like to extend my love filled thank you to all my fans as they are responsible for my win. I dedicate this win to all my fans.” said Rituraj Mohanty.

Haridwar, November 30, 2014 (Online News India): Union Tourism and Culture Minister Dr. Mahesh Sharma has said that it is the duty of every citizen to sincerely carry forward the message of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan of our Prime Minister in letter and spirit. Speaking at a function in Haridwar today he urged the local people to keep the ghats clean. He said his Ministry will extend all possible help to the tourim industry in Uttarakhand to promote the state as a major tourism destination of the country.

Later the Minister met some religious leaders including Yoga Guru Baba Ramdev. Dr. Sharma discussed various issues related to Yoga and Ayurved and its contribution to promote tourism in the country with the Baba. The Minister is also slated to meet Chief Minister Harish Rawat later in the evening.

Students display their vehicles during Alumni meet at Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College in Ludhiana today. Photo by Neel Kamal Sonu

Ludhiana, November 29, 2014 (Neel Kamal Sonu): Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College conducted an alumni meet today. The alumni meet started with a warm welcome of the alumni by the Director Dr M.S Saini, following which the alumni shared their experiences and changes going within the companies and industries, how they should mold themselves into a homunculus to face the challenges around.

The 1963 batch funded the college with 10 lakh rupees and the same amount will be provided by the college to fund R and D projects done in the college.

The students from SUPRA, BAJA and EFFICYCLE Teams displayed their vehicles and the alumni were rejoiced with the technical skills and acumen possessed by the students and support from the Mechanical Department was described ineffable.

Talwandi Sabo, November 29, 2014 (Neel Kamal Sonu): 5th semester students of University College of Physical Education of Guru Kashi University, Talwandi Sabo as a part of their course curriculum organized Project Athletic Meet in the Campus. Registrar Satish Goswami inaugurated this meet along with other officers of the University.

Olympian Dr. Tarlok Singh Sandhu presently Director Sports at Guru Kashi University delivered welcome address. On the basis of overall performance in various track and field events Gursharan Singh and Veerpal Kaur both from 3rd semester were declared Best Players.

Sets a record for conducting the maximum number of facials

Rajesh Krishnamurthy Business Head Consumer Products Division, The Himalaya Drug Company and Actress Shraddha Kapoor with the Guinness World Record certificate

Mumbai, November 29, 2014 (Online News India): The Himalaya Drug Company, India’s leading herbal health and personal care company entered the Guinness World Record “for most people receiving a facial simultaneously”. The record was accomplished by completing 286 facials in Mumbai today and communicated a strong message on the importance of a healthy skin care routine.

As part of the record setting activity, 286 students got a complete facial starting with a cleansing, toning and moisturizing routine which was followed by a Purifying Neem facial, conducted by 286 professional beauty experts from Mumbai. Himalaya’s Pure Skin Facial is an on-going initiative by the brand to engage with teenagers across the country and create awareness on skin care.

Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh being given Guard of Honour at the inaugural programme of All India conference of Director General/Inspectors General of Police in Guwahati on November 29, 2014

Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh said that the government will not allow any terrorist organization in the world to get foothold in India. Minister was inaugurating the 49th Annual Conference of Directors General of Police / Inspectors General of Police in Guwahati today. Certain misguided youth in the country get attracted to organizations like ISIS but the government is committed to check it, Minister added.

Rajnath Singh said that the role of our police forces and the intelligence agencies has been crucial in ensuring security to the people of the country. He further said that the men in uniform fill him with a sense of pride and responsibility. Minister assured to modernize the police and make it people-friendly.

Mumbai, November 28, 2014 (Online News India): The cast of Star Plus show Diya Aur Baati Hum was recently in Latur shooting for an intense sequence for the show. The show that has seen a constant rise in the ratings is going through some interesting twists and turns that has the audiences gripped to their seats. The cast got a taste of their popularity when the locals of Latur visited the sets everyday with local cuisines and delicacies.

A source says, “The outdoor Latur schedule was meant to be for 3 days and we were shooting under extreme weather conditions.